Derek Higgs

Bio

Derek Higgs is currently pursuing his PhD in Political Science at the University of
Utah, with Political Theory as his major field and American Politics as his minor
field. He received an MPA from Southern Utah University in 2014, as well as a BA in
Political Science, and a BA in Spanish in 2013- both also from Southern Utah University.

His research interests include: Politics and Religion, Theology, Pop-Culture and
Politics, Political Correctness and it's impact on Public Administration, and American
History.

He loves travelling abroad and learning about various cultures. This passion has
fueled his goal to one day teach American Politics and Government at an institution
outside of the U.S.